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Winter Uniform!

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starnded Sun 23-Nov-25 16:32:13

I need a simple solution to winter dressing. I find it very hard to get up and out some days so it's got to be easy, practical and look OK.

Any ideas?

No tights! smile

hjmhill Tue 25-Nov-25 09:17:10

Corduroy trousers from Marks, a nice jumper and a scarf.Job done!

Skydancer Tue 25-Nov-25 09:20:31

This is a nice thread. I’m just wondering whose style of dressing do you admire most? I mean someone in the public eye. For me it’s Davina McCall or Joanna Lumley.

merlotgran Tue 25-Nov-25 09:28:38

I don’t like too many layers either. If it’s really cold I rely on a long sleeved thermal vest under a warm jumper or fleece. I can’t abide tights under jeans but then my legs don’t seem to get cold.
Cotton Trader elasticated waist cords are my go to warm trousers.

RosieandherMaw Tue 25-Nov-25 09:46:24

I understand what the OP means. An outfit to fall back on when your mind goes blank or wasn’t decided on the night before. Something you know will work without the bother of choosing what goes with what
I take your point Hollysteers but don’t we all have a favourite, “go to” combination which we know is comfortable, looks decent (!) and which cheers us up? The trouble is, these get worn to death while the rest sits neglected in the wardrobe as far as I am concerned.
It’s worth persevering with looks which you know suit you, colours which don’t make you look like death warmed up and waistbands which still fit comfortably.
I do find it helps to have a decision at least in my head the night before. I often hang it of a chest of drawers nob or door handle so that when I wake up the thinking is already done.

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Blossoming Tue 02-Dec-25 22:44:34

My winter uniform.
Mountain Warehouse fleece lined trousers, Seasalt turtleneck top, Savage Island wellies, very long Lands End parka, Sealskinz hat and gloves. And a triwalker grin

M0nica Wed 03-Dec-25 12:30:42

RosieandherMaw

^I understand what the OP means. An outfit to fall back on when your mind goes blank or wasn’t decided on the night before. Something you know will work without the bother of choosing what goes with what^
I take your point Hollysteers but don’t we all have a favourite, “go to” combination which we know is comfortable, looks decent (!) and which cheers us up? The trouble is, these get worn to death while the rest sits neglected in the wardrobe as far as I am concerned.
It’s worth persevering with looks which you know suit you, colours which don’t make you look like death warmed up and waistbands which still fit comfortably.
I do find it helps to have a decision at least in my head the night before. I often hang it of a chest of drawers nob or door handle so that when I wake up the thinking is already done.

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OK, I fully accept I am odd, but the last thing I want to think about in the morning is what I am going to wear.

I put outfits together, trousers/skirt, and tops etc all on one hangar and hang them in the wardrobe and just take the outfit on the hanger at the end and when worn, check it over and hang it at the back and it works its way forward. That means no redundant and unworn clothing and no excess . Every so often, say once a season, I sort through, chuck/buy and reorganise.

As I have a range of outfits, I will on occasion, not wear the one at the front because I have something more appropriate if, for example, I am going up to London for the day, I will choose one of my smarter outfits.

Youngerthanspringtime Tue 06-Jan-26 11:31:41

MOnica - your method is very similar to mine. I like things that go together so find it easier to hang an outfit up ready for the next day. I have my every-day outfits and some smarter ones if I'm going out somewhere .
If not wearing jeans or trousers I wear thick black tights (or possibly navy if they go better). I have loads of coats so it depends where I'm going and what I'm wearing which coat I wear.

ronib Tue 06-Jan-26 11:50:34

I am living in my Oodie which has a ridiculous kitsch pattern plus thermal top and joggers. My only concern is do I dare wash the Oodie and will it dry? Or do I buy a more sober version?

For outdoor wear, jeans, jumpers and a puffer coat plus earrings. Maybe my new scarf wrapped around my neck and face .

Chardy Tue 06-Jan-26 16:48:33

starnded

I need a simple solution to winter dressing. I find it very hard to get up and out some days so it's got to be easy, practical and look OK.

Any ideas?

No tights! smile

I can manage tights, so wear black leggings and black socks under a skirt

Chardy Tue 06-Jan-26 16:49:09

I can't manage tights - fat fingers

MayBee70 Tue 06-Jan-26 17:04:22

I’ve just sent away for several pairs of Llama leggings. Because my weight fluctuates so much I have drawers full of leggings of different lengths and sizes and am always having to check which ones fit me. But Llama are super stretchy and I buy size 8-14 so I don’t have to worry about the fit. The only negative is that the long ones are very long on me so I have to fold them over at the ankle and, being synthetic I do get hot wearing them but I’m going to keep the news ones separate so I always know, if I go out, that I have a pair that fit and, most importantly, don’t have any holes anywhere. I’ve been away at times and found that the leggings I’ve taken with me either don’t fit or are a thin and holey. I’m going to wear them with various tunics and Ugg boots. For Christmas I bought some of their Christmas ones which made me feel very festive. As most days are duvet days for me I’m going to try to make an effort to change out of my pyjamas and sweat shirts. In summer I just switch to capri length leggings and trainers with a tunic. I did dig my thermal vests out the other day.

Bea65 Tue 06-Jan-26 17:12:54

I wear sportswear leggings under smart trousers.,, neuropathy rigjt side caused thigh muscle to freeze /spasm …

I also have smart thermal grey leggings which are super comfortable to lounge in.

Long scandi crewneck jumper down to my knees - always wear a T/shirt underneath as the long jumper takes ages to dry😁 so just change T /shirt daily